Cochlear development: hair cells don their wigs and get wired.

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Perforator flaps are increasingly being used to reconstruct head and neck defects. They offer several advantages over nonperforator-based flaps with lower donor site morbidity and a versatile range of reconstructive options. The anterolateral thigh flap is well established in the head and neck and is ...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Cho A,Hall FT

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Globus pharyngeus is a common condition of unknown cause, with no 'current opinion' on the optimum investigation and treatment. As such, the scope of this article is to review the current literature and to describe, from an Irish perspective, the current best practice on the management of globus. REC...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Burns P,O'Neill JP

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Microvascular reconstruction for head and neck cancers has improved both cosmesis and functionality of patients undergoing treatment. Many patients have had prior surgery (neck dissection), radiation and/or chemotherapy as part of their management. When microvascular reconstruction is required after p...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Wong KK,Higgins KM,Enepekides DJ

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The current article reviews the literature on the distribution of nasal irrigation in the treatment of chronic sinusitis, especially in how sinus surgery and irrigation techniques affect its delivery to the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses. RECENT FINDINGS:Nasal irrigation has become a useful tool ...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： de Paiva Leite SH,Douglas RG

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Free flap surgery has revolutionized our ability to perform composite reconstructions following ablative surgery. Although flap failure is rare (∼5%), it results in high patient morbidity if not recognized and corrected early. There are numerous means to assess flap viability. We review the recent lit...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Cervenka B,Bewley AF

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Thin caliber transnasal esophagoscopes allow for a rapidly expanding array of office-based esophageal procedures, including botulinum toxin injections, in unsedated patients. RECENT FINDINGS:While botulinum toxin has been used in the esophagus and lower esophageal sphincter for many years, there is n...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Rees CJ

更新日期：2007-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:We review the literature on the use of audiometric protocols in the guidance of when to obtain MRI for detection of vestibular schwannoma. This discussion will focus on the sensitivity, specificity, and cost-effective analysis of audiometric criteria of asymmetric sensorineural hearing loss (ASNHL) wh...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Conley M,Diaz RC

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since the beginning of humanity, man has sought to define beauty. Whether by philosophy, mathematical constructs, social studies, or biology, the fascination with and the study of beauty has consumed our emotions and intellect. Many myths about this powerful force in our daily lives have been created, and some continu...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Adamson PA,Doud Galli SK

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review journal articles discussing surgery for velopharyngeal dysfunction over the past year. All articles ascertained by a PubMed search relevant to this topic were reviewed. RECENT FINDINGS:Articles evaluated from the past year discussed the variations, effectiveness, and feasibility of multiple...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Crockett DJ,Goudy SL

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The purpose of this review is to review the evaluation and management of children with syndromic hearing loss. Specific syndromes and the impact of those syndromes on managing hearing loss will be discussed. RECENT FINDINGS:Improved molecular testing has increased the ability to identify syndromes-as...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Casazza G,Meier JD

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Bisphosphonates are used for the management of metastatic bone disease, prevention and treatment of osteoporosis and Paget's disease of bone. An increasing number of reports have associated the use of bisphosphonates with the occurrence of osteoradionecrosis of the jaw. The purpose of this review is t...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Gevorgyan A,Enepekides DJ

更新日期：2008-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The anterolateral thigh free flap has achieved recent popularity in North America for the reconstruction of head and neck defects after ablative surgery. The flap is most often based on either the septocutaneous or musculocutaneous perforators of the descending branch of the lateral circumflex femoral...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Lin DT,Coppit GL,Burkey BB

更新日期：2004-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Surgical robotics arose as an extension of virtual reality and robotic technology developed by the United States Department of Defense. Current surgical robotic systems have been used to perform a variety of minimally invasive surgical procedures. RECENT FINDINGS:The Food and Drug Administration rece...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Gourin CG,Terris DJ

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The current review will focus on head and neck reconstructive techniques for the pharyngoesophagus. This article reviews the changing patterns of flap usage and will evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of selected pedicled and free flaps for pharyngoesophageal reconstruction. A number of flaps a...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Nagel TH,Hayden RE

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Medical error is a common problem, and its human cost in terms of disability, suffering, and death is stunning. Steps toward reducing medical error will require the identification of mistake-prone practices within a complex health care system. Erroneous pathologic diagnosis has been identified as one ...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Kronz JD,Westra WH

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Laryngopharyngeal reflux is a widely recognized disorder. Yet, decades after its initial description, debate persists regarding pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment. This review addresses current literature on laryngopharyngeal reflux and identifies areas of controversy and future opportunities f...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Gupta R,Sataloff RT

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The management of benign vocal fold lesions (BVFLs) continues to evolve. This article will review the recent literature surrounding the nomenclature, cause, diagnosis, and treatment of BVFLs, including polyps, nodules, cysts, and reactive lesions. RECENT FINDINGS:The taxonomy of vocal fold lesions ha...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Naunheim MR,Carroll TL

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The supraclavicular artery island flap is a rotation flap that offers a versatile reconstructive option for head and neck defects. Recent anatomical studies have improved our understanding of the vascular supply of the supraclavicular artery island flap. Furthermore, several published large series des...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Kim RJ,Izzard ME,Patel RS

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Despite nerve-sparing surgery, postoperative shoulder morbidity remains high and significantly impacts patient's quality of life. This review will focus on recent findings of anatomical nuances of the cranial nerve XI (CN XI) along its course in the neck and possible reasons for postoperative morbidit...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Lanišnik B

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:The goal of cancer screening is to detect tumor at an early stage, and early cancer detection is the hallmark of successful treatment. In addition to traditional tissue biopsy-based diagnostics, more reliable, inexpensive, and noninvasive methods are required for early diagnosis of cancer. In this rev...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Aro K,Kaczor-Urbanowicz K,Carreras-Presas CM

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Fine needle aspiration is a safe diagnostic technique that is widely employed for lesions of the head and neck. Among head and neck sites, the parotid gland stands apart for the number, diversity and peculiarity of pathologic processes to target this structure. This matchless complexity has prompted a...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Alphs HH,Eisele DW,Westra WH

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Craniofacial reconstruction may be limited by the paucity of autologous materials available and donor site morbidity. Recent advances in the development of biomaterials have given the reconstructive surgeon new options for restoring form and function. There are now biomaterials (second generation) that can elicit a co...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Pou AM

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Asthma and allergic rhinitis are two of the most widespread chronic medical conditions. Asthma, a condition which encompasses chronic inflammation of the lower airway resulting in expiratory obstruction, may represent an end phase along the allergic disease spectrum ultimately stemming initially from ...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Mener DJ,Lin SY

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This article reviews the anatomy and function of the midface, defect classifications and the breadth of common and novel reconstructive techniques including medical modeling, dental splints, and dental rehabilitation. RECENT FINDINGS:Historically many classification systems for midface and maxillary ...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Eskander A,Kang SY,Teknos TN,Old MO

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To describe and popularize the transmanubrial osteomuscular-sparing approach (TOSA) outside its original thoracic surgical field of application, based on the consideration that it could be of interest for the management of a number of head and neck cases in both elective and emergent scenarios. RECEN...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Piazza C,Duranti L,Giannini L

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This article reviews the submental island flap, focusing on its relevant surgical anatomy, surgical technique, and recent applications in head and neck reconstruction. RECENT FINDINGS:Reconstruction of defects after extirpation of head and neck neoplasms is a highly challenging and complex surgical u...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Parmar PS,Goldstein DP

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This article reviews the literature on patient adherence to two different approaches to allergen-specific immunotherapy for allergic disease. Factors related to adherence in general, as well as the various methods used to measure adherence, will be discussed. RECENT FINDINGS:Although a complex intera...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Reisacher WR,Visaya JM

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:Lower lid anatomy and the subtleties of this region have been studied extensively in the past. The variations that are found in the lower eyelid can lead to complications if the surgeon does not have a complete understanding. Lower lid blepharoplasty techniques have progressed over the past from simpl...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Weiss DD,Carraway JH

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:This article reviews literature pertaining to advances in the reconstruction of segmental mandibular defects in the context of an established standard of care, microvascular transfer of free osteocutaneous flaps. RECENT FINDINGS:Most literature reiterates established reconstructive techniques. Except...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Hayden RE,Mullin DP,Patel AK

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE OF REVIEW:To review the recent literature describing the association between chronic rhinosinusitis and its effects on sleep quality. RECENT FINDINGS:Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) causes significantly worse sleep by both subjective and objective measures. CRS is also strongly associated with obstructive sleep a...

journal_title：Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery

authors： Papagiannopoulos P,Kuan EC,Tajudeen BA

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00